Woolworths truck driver’s ‘amateur’ behaviour caught on camera - do you think he was in the wrong?
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We all know the feeling. You're driving along, minding your own business, when all of a sudden somebody cuts you off. Or maybe they're driving too slowly in the fast lane...or maybe they're tailgating you, who knows what other annoyances you might encounter while driving, right?
With numerous road issues to deal with on a daily basis, it's no wonder that so many of us get frustrated behind the wheel.
That's why it is not surprising that one motorist has divided social media over his post criticising a Woolworths supermarket truck driver's ‘amateur’ behaviour.
Airing his frustration on Twitter, the motorist shared a dashcam video of the event, in which he can be seen driving next to the Woolies semi-trailer.
It is also important to note that both vehicles were seen turning right at a set of lights with the truck, positioned in the left lane and was well ahead of the motorist.
However, after making the turn, the driver pushed his car closer to the Woolies truck.
Even though the driver is in the right lane, the truck signaled to move into the right lane and began to merge right.
The motorist then expressed his annoyance at being passed by the truck and can be heard shouting, ‘F***ing moron’, as he honks the horn.
'Here’s a video of one of your “professional” drivers being an amateur,' he wrote along with the video he posted on the Woolworths official Twitter page.
It is understood, however, that the grocery delivery driver may view the incident differently given that the Woolworths driver complies with the law by posting a ‘Do Not Overtake Turning Vehicle’ sign on the truck.
The yellow placards displayed at the back of Woolworths trucks requires other drivers to move over and give truck drivers more room to turn safely, especially on tight curves.
A frustrated motorist lashed out at a Woolies truck driver after getting cut by the vehicle. Credit: Twitter.
Despite the fact that road regulations differ per state, it is generally acknowledged that heavy vehicles carrying a ‘Do Not Overtake Turning Vehicle’ sign are permitted to use more than one lane to turn at corners, crossroads, and roundabouts.
However, some motorists have contended that the driver was still ‘in the right’ despite this explanation.
One person said: 'Seems to me like the truck had completed the turn when the car moved up alongside him.'
'Well after he turned the corner, he then tried to merge into the right-hand lane and into the car. Car was in the right, no question,' another added.
When you're on the road, you're constantly faced with obstacles and other motorists who are not always as careful as you. It's important to remember that staying calm behind the wheel is necessary. This may be easier said than done, but it's still a goal worth pursuing. After all, it is harder to focus on your driving when you're preoccupied with something, even panic or anger.
How about you? Who do you think is in the right? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!
With numerous road issues to deal with on a daily basis, it's no wonder that so many of us get frustrated behind the wheel.
That's why it is not surprising that one motorist has divided social media over his post criticising a Woolworths supermarket truck driver's ‘amateur’ behaviour.
Airing his frustration on Twitter, the motorist shared a dashcam video of the event, in which he can be seen driving next to the Woolies semi-trailer.
It is also important to note that both vehicles were seen turning right at a set of lights with the truck, positioned in the left lane and was well ahead of the motorist.
However, after making the turn, the driver pushed his car closer to the Woolies truck.
Even though the driver is in the right lane, the truck signaled to move into the right lane and began to merge right.
The motorist then expressed his annoyance at being passed by the truck and can be heard shouting, ‘F***ing moron’, as he honks the horn.
'Here’s a video of one of your “professional” drivers being an amateur,' he wrote along with the video he posted on the Woolworths official Twitter page.
It is understood, however, that the grocery delivery driver may view the incident differently given that the Woolworths driver complies with the law by posting a ‘Do Not Overtake Turning Vehicle’ sign on the truck.
The yellow placards displayed at the back of Woolworths trucks requires other drivers to move over and give truck drivers more room to turn safely, especially on tight curves.
A frustrated motorist lashed out at a Woolies truck driver after getting cut by the vehicle. Credit: Twitter.
Despite the fact that road regulations differ per state, it is generally acknowledged that heavy vehicles carrying a ‘Do Not Overtake Turning Vehicle’ sign are permitted to use more than one lane to turn at corners, crossroads, and roundabouts.
However, some motorists have contended that the driver was still ‘in the right’ despite this explanation.
One person said: 'Seems to me like the truck had completed the turn when the car moved up alongside him.'
'Well after he turned the corner, he then tried to merge into the right-hand lane and into the car. Car was in the right, no question,' another added.
When you're on the road, you're constantly faced with obstacles and other motorists who are not always as careful as you. It's important to remember that staying calm behind the wheel is necessary. This may be easier said than done, but it's still a goal worth pursuing. After all, it is harder to focus on your driving when you're preoccupied with something, even panic or anger.
How about you? Who do you think is in the right? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!
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